Vanessa Williams Oozes Election Is a 'No-Lose Situation' Between Barack and Hillary

February 25th, 2008 12:01 PM

Barbara Walters was interviewing ABC "Ugly Betty" star Vanessa Williams in her pre-Oscar show last night and after discussing how she grew up as an overachiever because of her race, she asked:

WALTERS: Does the fact that Barack Obama is running for president have special meaning to you?

WILLIAMS: Uh, I'm very proud. I think it's such an exciting time, um, not only for Barack, but also for Hillary. I live in Chappaqua. She's my neighbor. The fact that she might be able to be the first female president – It's a no-lose situation, and I'm really, really excited that it's happening at this point.

The actress has apparently donated to Hillary in the past (and to Wesley Clark).

(Hat tip to Kristen)